Janice Hagstrom Bailor, Quilt and Fiber Artist
Objective
My primary objective is to provide creative and engaging art educational experiences in nurturing learning environments that encourage students to explore and develop their skills and themselves. As a passionate modern quilter and fiber artist, I strive to foster a love for the quilting tradition and fiber arts through my instruction. I aim to facilitate engaging, hands-on learning that expands students’ critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, while maintaining a positive classroom environment that promotes student engagement and social-emotional development.
Experience
Art Club Instructor | Perry County Generations Pre School | Perry County
Oct 2024 – Present
Plan successful instruction based on the fundamentals of art and school readiness in conjunction with the organization’s goals. Provide engaging, content-rich educational experiences with a focus on creative problem solving, skill development and self-expression for the pre-school-aged level.
Art Instructor | Susquehanna Art Museum | Harrisburg, PA
Feb 2022 – Present
Develop effective lessons on various art subjects and media in collaboration with the museum’s Education Manager to align lessons with current exhibitions. Work with the site charter school and art teacher to develop museum education and exhibit-based K-6 instruction.
Teaching Artist | CAIU & PCCA | Cumberland, Dauphin, Juniata & Perry Counties
Sept 2019 – Present
Produce successful instruction across fiber arts-related subjects in conjunction with organization or teacher goals. Work with teachers, state institutions and community organizations to develop engaging, content-rich educational experiences with a focus on life skills, folk history and self-expression for elementary through high school grade levels.
Drop-In Art Coordinator | Perry County Council of the Arts | Newport, PA
Oct 2016 – Present
Create effective lessons across various arts- and craft-related subjects and media in conjunction with community programming goals. Work with local artists to deliver arts-focused pre-school classroom discussions and educational experiences. Engage with community organizations to develop budget-conscious activities from small community events to large festivals.
Artist Owner | La Rue de Fleurs Handmade | Newport, PA
Feb 2012 – Present
Design, create and market one-of-a-kind hand-sewn items. Write and develop patterns for sale and publication. Maintain all aspects of the business, including video instruction and content creation.
Education
B.A., magna cum laude, Legal Studies/Political Science, Wilson College
Fields of Interest
- Quilting and Sewing
- Fiber and Mixed Media Arts
- Pattern Design and Writing
- Ink Block and Screen Printing
- Embroidery and Mending
- Creative Encouragement
- Life Skills
Professional Organizations
Member and Rostered Teaching Artist, Perry County Council of the Arts
Rostered Teaching Artist, Capital Area Intermediate Unit
References, Licenses and Certifications
Artist in Health Certification, Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center, 2021
Clearances renewed 2023/24. References available upon request.
Awards
2020 Artist of the Year, Perry County Council of the Arts
Exhibitions and Juried Shows
Exhibitions
“Frame of Mind,” Perry County Council of the Arts Gallery, April- June 2022
“Art on Tour at the Capitol,” Pennsylvania State Capitol Building, June-July 2021
“Nature’s Palette,” Olewine Gallery, Ned Smith Center for Science and the Arts, January- May 2020
“In Stitches,” Perry County Council of the Arts, February 2018
“We Knew Them When,” Perry County Council of the Arts, June 2014
Juried Shows and Markets
WPHS Holiday Artisan Market, West Perry High School, December 2024, 2025
HBG Flea Fest, Riverfront Park, Harrisburg, PA, May 2024
PCCA Art on Tour, Capitol Rotunda, Pennsylvania State Capitol Building, July 2021
Artisans in the Vineyards, Nissley Vineyards, May 16, 2019
Susquehanna Folk Festival and Marketplace, Susquehanna Folk Music Society, 1st & 2nd Annual Show, July 2018, 2019
Arts and Drafts, Perry County Council of the Arts, July 2019
Artisan Marketplace, Perry County Council of the Arts, Holiday Season 2016-2024
Publications and Media
“Thanksgiving Table Decor Ideas,” Rent., Oct. 2024
“Well Said Mini Quilt Challenge,” Curated Quilts Journal, Well Said, Issue 8, July 2019
“Handmade Christmas Stocking and Advent Calendar DIY Tutorial,” The News-Sun, Christmas Gift Guide, November 14-15, 2018
Media
“Joy to the Burg” Holiday Greeting Card Collection, Christian Churches United, Holiday 2022
“Handmade Pennsylvania” Podcast, Josh Meyers, host; Episode 2; January 31, 2020
La Rue de Fleurs YouTube and Blog, February 2019-Present